Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 08/06/2023
College College Eng and Physical Sci
School School of Engineering
Department Elec, Elec & Sys Engineering
Partner College and School
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title M.Sci. Electronic and Electrical Engineering with Industrial Year Full-time
Programme Code 381C
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 5 Year(s)
Accreditations Inst of Eng & Tech
Aims of the Programme The aim of this programme is to produce Electronic and Electrical Engineers with the ability to solve novel engineering problems by designing, developing and/or using electronic, electrical and electromagnetic devices, components and systems with the associated software, subject to trade-offs involving a set of competing goals and constraints. Their level of ability will be beyond “assembling” or “configuring” systems. They will be equipped to play leading roles in a professional capacity in both industry and academia, and who have developed the technical, intellectual and transferable skills needed to underpin their education and continuing professional development.

MEng/MSci graduates will have a systematic knowledge and understanding of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, including developments and problems at the forefront of the discipline. They will be able to evaluate current research critically, and be original in the application of their knowledge, proposing new hypotheses as appropriate.

Typical MEng/MSci graduates will be able to deal with complex issues, making sound judgements in the absence of complete information, and will be able to communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences. They will be self-motivating and able to act autonomously, and will have the qualities and transferable skills necessary to exercise initiative and personal responsibility, to make decisions in complex and unpredictable situations, and to have the independent learning ability required for continuing professional development.

The high level of numeracy of MEng/MSci graduates, and their skills in problem solving, team working, and communication and information technology, equip them for successful careers outside as well as within the electronics, electrical engineering, telecommunications and computing industries.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
The comprehensive set of scientific principles underpinning Electronic and Electrical Engineering;
The comprehensive range of mathematical and computational methods and their use for modelling, analysis and design in Engineering;
The extensive concepts, principles, theories and current practice of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and their limitations , including a critical awareness of current issues and future prospects at the forefront of the discipline;
The design process and design methodologies, with a comprehensive understanding;
Important concepts from other Engineering disciplines and subjects outside engineering;
The characteristics and uses of commonly occurring engineering materials and components;
An extensive set of management and business practices and their limitations;
Ethical and social issues related to engineering;
Professional engineering responsibilities;
The role of engineers within an engineering company and the interactions that normally take place with other disciplines;
The methods used for controlling day-to-day work and records within an engineering company;
The application of technical knowledge in an industrial context at an appropriate level for the student’s qualifications;
The basic financial aspects of the work of a company;
The standard of professional presentation skills required in modern industry.
Lectures; Tutorials, problem classes and group work; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories
Unseen and open book examinations; Problem solving exercises; Computer-based exercises; Written reports; Group design reports; Independent design reports; Computer-based exercises; Laboratory reports; Oral presentations; Project report; Peer assessment
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
M4. Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems
M5. Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards
M6. Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems
M7. Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts
M8. Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct
M9. Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity
M10. Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks
M11. Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion
M16. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance
M17. Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used
M18. Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD
Lectures; Tutorials, problem classes and group work; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Individual Project
Unseen and open book examinations; Problem solving exercises; Computer-based exercises; Group design reports; Independent design reports; Oral presentations; Laboratory reports; Project report; Peer assessment